DR-103 - University of Agder

DR-103-1 Drama in Early Childhood Education

10 ECTS credits - Starts Autumn - Duration 1 semester(s) - Kristiansand

Study programmes Bachelor's Programme in Pre-school Education

Teaching starts Autumn

Language of instruction Norwegian.

Learning outcomes On successful completion of this course, the students should be able to: - use drama as an expression and as communication - have knowledge of drama and theatre as fine art - develop childrens own dramatic and creative play - stimulate and present drama activities as a natural part of the kindergarten

Course contents The course will enable the students to use drama as a type of expression and communication. They will also acquire knowledge of the childrens dramatic games and activities. Course contents: - Basic voice training and movement training - Story telling and puppetry - Drama teaching and theory

Teaching methods The course makes use of lectures, group seminars and practical work. Integrated theoretical and practical work. Compulsory attendance.

Examination requirement - Compulsory assignments - Teaching practice, assessed as passed

Assessment methods and criteria - 4 hours written exam. - Practical exam (for 1/3 of the students). Assessed on the basis A-F (with A as the highest level and F as fail).

Type of course Practical and theoretical.

Level of course First cycle.

Year of study Third year of bachelor`s programme.

Name of lecturer/contact person Assistant Professor Jorunn M. Seljeseth.

Mode of delivery Face-to-face

Recommended or required reading The syllabus will be published on the home page of the course when finalised. See link in the upper right hand corner of the page.

Credit reduction DR-1110- 1 - 10 ECTS credits
DR-1110- 2 - 10 ECTS credits
DR-1110- A1 - 10 ECTS credits
DR-1110- D1 - 10 ECTS credits

Offered as a free-standing course No.

Faculty Faculty of Fine Arts

ECTS Course Catalogue University of Agder 2009-10

ECTS 2009-10

Norwegian Version